I just finished up an incredible time at CypherCon in Milwaukee, and I’m still buzzing from the energy, the people, and the conversations. This con wasn’t just about tech and tools – it was about community, curiosity, and connection. First off, I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity to speak and…
Category: Technology
Digital Hygiene: How Trusting Technology as a Filing Cabinet Impacts Different Generations
Introduction As technology continues to integrate deeply into our daily lives, the concept of digital hygiene has become increasingly relevant. Digital hygiene refers to the habits and practices that help individuals manage and protect their digital information effectively. While this is essential for everyone, there is a particular generational trend…
Blockchain Technology and Its Impact on Data Security
In today’s digital age, data security has become a paramount concern for businesses and individuals alike. With the increasing reliance on digital data, the threat of cyberattacks and data breaches has grown exponentially. Blockchain technology, originally developed for cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, has emerged as a revolutionary tool for enhancing data…
Undermined and CypherCon 2025
As the author of Undermined, I am thrilled to draw connections between my book and the themes of the upcoming CypherCon 2025, Wisconsin’s premier hacking conference taking place April 3-4 in Milwaukee. CypherCon has established itself as a gathering of ethical hackers, security professionals, and digital enthusiasts who delve into…
Back to Basics: The Lost Art of Troubleshooting
Right now, I’m working on an issue where the engineers are making it far more complex than it needs to be. They’re diving deep into advanced diagnostics, throwing complex theories around, and testing edge-case scenarios. But in all of this, they’ve skipped the most fundamental step—going back to basics. I…
Finding the Sweet Spot: Balancing Convenience and Security in a Digital World
In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, convenience is king. With just a few clicks or taps, we can order groceries, pay bills, and even connect with loved ones across the globe. But as we embrace these conveniences, we’re also opening ourselves up to risks. Cybersecurity threats, data breaches, and privacy concerns…
Digital Hygiene: Understanding and Managing the Digital Breadcrumbs You Leave Behind
In the digital age, our lives are more interconnected than ever before. Every click, search, like, or post leaves behind a trace—a digital breadcrumb. These breadcrumbs, though often invisible in our daily routines, form a detailed map of our online behavior. From social media activity to purchase history and even…
A New Year’s Resolution for Your Data
The holidays are behind us, and let’s be honest—between gifts, late-night shopping sprees, and a few too many ‘add to cart’ moments, it’s been a whirlwind. But guess who else loves this time of year? Hackers. They thrive on all that post-holiday chaos, especially when we’re leaving our data wide…